CPU
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Celeron E3200
Celeron G1101
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Celeron E3200 is positioned at rank 683 and the Celeron G1101 is on rank 755, so the Celeron E3200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron E3200
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1101
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron E3200 | Celeron G1101 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clarkdale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron E3200 | Celeron G1101 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+301%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron E3200 and Celeron G1101
Celeron E3200
The Celeron E3200 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,090 points. Launch price was $52.
Celeron G1101
The Celeron G1101 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Clarkdale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.26 GHz, with boost up to 0.27 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 73 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,086 points. Launch price was $85.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron E3200 and Celeron G1101 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Celeron E3200 versus 0.27 GHz on the Celeron G1101 — a 159.6% clock advantage for the Celeron E3200 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.26 GHz). The Celeron E3200 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G1101 uses Clarkdale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron E3200 scores 1,090 against the Celeron G1101's 1,086 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron E3200. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 340 vs 250, a 30.5% lead for the Celeron E3200 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 610 vs 450 (30.2% advantage for the Celeron E3200). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron E3200 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1101.
| Feature | Celeron E3200 | Celeron G1101 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+789% | 0.27 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+6% | 2.26 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (total)+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | Clarkdale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,090 | 1,086 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 340+36% | 250 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 610+36% | 450 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron E3200 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G1101 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Celeron E3200 versus DDR3-1066 on the Celeron G1101 — the Celeron G1101 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G1101 supports up to 16.38 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 2.3% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron E3200) vs 16 (Celeron G1101) — the Celeron G1101 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: G31,G41,P45 (Celeron E3200) and H55,3420 (Celeron G1101).
| Feature | Celeron E3200 | Celeron G1101 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA1156 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-1066+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16.38 GB+2% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G1101 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Westmere)), while the Celeron E3200 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron E3200 targets Budget, Celeron G1101 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron E3200 rivals Pentium E5200; Celeron G1101 rivals Pentium G6950.
| Feature | Celeron E3200 | Celeron G1101 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Westmere) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron E3200 launched at $43 MSRP, while the Celeron G1101 debuted at $50. At current prices ($5 vs $20), the Celeron E3200 is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron E3200 delivers 218.0 pts/$ vs 54.3 pts/$ for the Celeron G1101 — making the Celeron E3200 the 120.2% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron E3200 | Celeron G1101 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43-14% | $50 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-75% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 218.0+301% | 54.3 |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2010 |
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